NADRA's CNIC fees are set by processing speed: normal (15–30 days), urgent (7 days), and executive (2 days) — with additional charges for home delivery and biometric verification of elderly or disabled applicants who cannot visit a centre.
Standard CNIC Fee Categories
NADRA charges different fees based on processing speed. As of 2026:
| Category | Processing Time | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Normal | 15–30 calendar days | Rs. 300 |
| Urgent | 7 calendar days | Rs. 500 |
| Executive | 3 working days | Rs. 1,000 |
These fees apply to new CNIC applications, renewals, and duplicates equally. Verify current fees at nadra.gov.pk before visiting — fees are updated periodically and the above figures may have changed since this guide was written.
Additional Service Charges
Beyond the base CNIC fee, some additional services have separate charges:
- Home delivery: Rs. 200–400 additional (courier charge) for having your CNIC delivered to your address instead of collecting at the office
- B-Form: Rs. 50–100 (nominal fee)
- Family Registration Certificate: Rs. 200–500
- NICOP: Significantly higher — US$35–75 equivalent, varying by urgency (see our NICOP guide)
Payment Methods at NADRA
NADRA accepts several payment methods at its offices:
- Cash: At the cashier counter in the NADRA office
- Debit/credit card: At offices equipped with POS terminals (availability varies by centre)
- JazzCash/Easypaisa: Some NADRA offices and Sahulat Centres accept mobile wallet payments
- Bank challan: For certain fee categories, especially for NICOP payments from within Pakistan
Confirm the payment method at your chosen NADRA centre before visiting — not all payment options are available at all locations.
Fee Waivers for Vulnerable Groups
NADRA provides fee waivers or reduced fees for:
- Persons with disabilities: Fee waiver for CNIC issuance
- Senior citizens (65+): Reduced fees in some categories
- Flood/disaster victims: Temporary fee waivers during national disaster responses
- BISP/Ehsaas beneficiaries: NADRA-BISP joint camps sometimes process CNICs at no charge for registered beneficiaries
Ask at the NADRA counter about applicable waivers when you arrive — they aren't always prominently advertised but NADRA staff can confirm eligibility on request.
Common NADRA Application Problems
Not all NADRA offices accept JazzCash — payment options vary by location. Bring cash as a backup, especially at smaller Sahulat Centres.
Frequently Asked Questions
NADRA's online application portal allows pre-payment by card for some services. Walk-in applications are paid at the cashier counter during the visit.
NADRA fees are generally non-refundable once the application is submitted and biometrics captured. If an application is rejected due to NADRA's error, a refund or reprocessing at no extra charge may be possible — contact NADRA helpline.